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I found it in paperback, and just about whatever you can think of to ask about either the works, world or the Professor himself, you can find here. Or - and in some cases, even better - where you can find more information on your topic.

I have a handful of books that cover the peoples, cultures, geography, architecture and creatures of MiddleEarth, but this fits easily in my jacket pocket and I can tote it anywhere. Like the doctor's or the dentist...

"I would like an abundance of peace. I would like full vessels of charity. I would like rich treasures of mercy. I would like cheerfulness to preside over all." - St. Brigid of Kildare

I have a book called The New Tolkien Companion by J.E.A. Tyler that is more than 30 years old and showing its age. Lots of browning from the high acid content of the paper. Some of the entries in that book seem a bit dodgy but for the most part it is an OK quick reference.

I also have Tolkien's World from A to Z: The Complete Guide to Middle-Earth by Robert Foster on order. Can't get enough of stuff about M-e.